Golden Afternoon

There were seven Not This Time runners in the GIII Bryan Station Stakes, and Troubleshooting led all others home to not only claim the contest but also hand their sire the top four spots once the minors were decided. Last seen winning the GI Franklin Simpson Stakes at Kentucky Downs, the Greg Foley-trainee has been off the board only once in 2025 and counted three victories prior to this effort. Those came in his graduation from the maiden ranks at this venue last spring, in the July 4 Dade Park...

Nick Vaccarezza, 25, won his first race from 12 starts as a licensed trainer June 30 at Presque Isle Downs. Although every conditioner's first victory is a special accomplishment, Vaccarezza's was unique because it occurred in a stakes race. Off at even-money odds, Keeneland-based shipper Golden Afternoon (Goldencents) prompted the pace and drew off by 2 1/2 lengths to capture the $100,000 Tom Ridge Stakes over six furlongs. The win was also sweet because Golden Afternoon is owned by a partnership of friends (Eddie and Pat Greco, Scott Jaffe, and...